GIS Specialist II, Transportation

Posted on: Oct 21, 2026

Posted by: Strathcona County

Summary

Bring your GIS expertise to a role where your work will directly support the future of our transportation network. Reporting to the Transportation Programming Coordinator, the GIS Specialist II turns complex geospatial information into practical solutions that support infrastructure planning, asset management, operations, and service delivery. You’ll collaborate with teams across Transportation Engineering and Operations to understand evolving business and operational needs, strengthen how transportation information is managed and shared, and identify opportunities to make data more accessible, integrated, and valuable. Your expertise will enable informed decision-making and support the effective planning and long-term management of our transportation network.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain transportation geospatial information, including data assets, models, business rules and documentation, ensuring information is accurate, reliable, accessible and fit for purpose
Establish and enhance data quality practices, standards and governance to support the consistency, integrity and long-term sustainability of transportation information
Partner with stakeholders to understand business and operational needs, analyze workflows and recommend practical geospatial solutions that support transportation programs and service delivery
Develop, maintain and improve GIS applications, maps, dashboards, visualizations, reports and other geospatial products and services that support operational processes, infrastructure planning and evidence-based decision-making.
Perform complex spatial analysis and modelling and integrate geospatial information with related systems and datasets to improve the accessibility, usability and consistency of information
Provide technical expertise and guidance on GIS best practices, standards, capabilities and information management, while supporting stakeholders in the effective use of geospatial tools and services
Mentor and coach staff and support knowledge sharing, helping build geospatial knowledge and capabilities across Transportation Engineering and Operations
Research emerging GIS technologies, practices and industry trends, evaluate their potential value and recommend improvements that support evolving departmental priorities and long-term needs
Collaborate with Corporate GIS, Information Technology Services and departmental teams to support system integration and ensure geospatial information and solutions align with corporate standards and practices

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

Technical degree or diploma in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or a related field, combined with a minimum of five years of related GIS experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Extensive knowledge of geospatial information management principles, practices and technologies
Experience with Esri GIS products and technologies
Knowledge of transportation infrastructure and related business processes
Experience analyzing business requirements and defining effective geospatial information solutions, and managing GIS projects and initiatives
Demonstrated ability to develop, maintain and automate GIS products, applications and services using appropriate tools and techniques
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work through complex technical and business challenges
Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to provide technical leadership, mentorship and coaching and promote effective GIS practices and knowledge sharing
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing requirements, tight timelines and operational demands while continuing to deliver results
Professional certification related to geospatial information management or GIS, such as GISP or Esri certification, is considered an asset

Job Type

Full Time

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$89,180.00 - $111,420.40

Closing Date

November 8, 2026

Posting ID: 40566

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